Thursday, September 10, 2015

The Next Big Health Marvel: Mulberry Tames Cancer, Inflammation, Alzheimer's and More

If you want to maintain a healthy heart, protect against cancer or avoid Parkinson's disease, look no further than mulberry. Poised to be the newest sensation in health-loving crowds, both the leaf and berry of the mulberry tree tackle an impressive range of illness and disease. Tasty and nutrient dense, the berries add a nice boost to the daily diet, while mulberry leaf tea enhances any healing protocol.Health promoting merits

Learn more about these wonder berries (and leaves) with the following checklist of beneficial features:

Mulberries are a terrific low carbohydrate choice, sporting less sugar than other popular dried fruits—by about half.

Need more fiber in your diet? Mulberries provide an impressive 20 percent of your daily requirement in only 1/3 of a cup.

The berries are also a terrific source of protein with 4 grams per serving.

Research has shown extracts of white mulberry inhibit both hepatitis C as well as HIV. [1][2]

Due to notable levels of resveratrol, the berries possess anti-carcinogenic and anti-inflammatory properties. [3][4][5]

Mulberries are also a nutritional powerhouse. Rich in vitamins C, B-complex and K, as well as iron, potassium, manganese and magnesium, the berries help fortify against infectious disease, encourage stamina, while regulating blood pressure and heart rate.

With such inspiring qualities, why not throw a handful of the dried berries into your trail mix or enjoy a steamy cup of mulberry tea? If you have access to a mulberry tree, all the better. The fresh berries make a tangy and delicious addition to smoothies, baked goods and breakfast cereals. In whatever way you savor mulberry, be assured healthy vibrancy is soon to follow.

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